Seeing all this unfold, Benjamin couldn’t help but lightly slap his forehead in exasperation.Normally, these rambunctious lads genuinely feared him more than any beast, never daring to utter a word in his presence. Almost forgetting, he remembered these were young men, around nineteen or twenty, filled with bubbling energy. Moreover, the rigorous daily training didn’t allow them any moment to express their personalities, lest they might break. Therefore, even if he felt a tad amused inside, he displayed a calm demeanor, turning his attention to the second bout of the competition.With the second match proving even more intense than the first, the atmosphere was palpable. Yet, the results remained the same. Thanks to his agility and robust defensive skills, Terry Byner efficiently sent his opponent out of the arena in no time.By now, Abner could hardly contain himself. He could accept the first loss, considering they were caught off-guard. But the second defeat, despite his soldier's

"Ha ha ha, you whelps! Scuttle off the arena!"An uproarious laughter cut through the air. Immediately, a member of the Tiger Guardians leaped into the formation of the Dragon Guardians. A palpable energy emanated from him, revealing him to be of a much higher martial realm than even the strongest of the Dragon Guardians.Seeing this, the expressions of the Dragon Guardians shifted drastically as they hastily yelled: "Danger! Hold him back!"But their reaction was a tad late. The Tiger Guardian soldier unleashed a powerful punch directed at the strongest of the Dragon Guardians.The punch, brimming with an unparalleled force, pushed the Dragon Guardian soldier several steps backward, even though he had tried to shield himself. A choking sensation welled up within him."Argh!"Blood spewed from his mouth."Ha ha ha, formations mean nothing in the face of sheer power!"After pushing one Dragon Guardian back, the formidable Tiger Guardian soldier quickly lunged at another, throwing anoth

As soon as the gemstone was cast out, the Phoenix's shadow darted forward, swiftly swallowing it. Following this, its form shrunk dramatically, transforming into a resplendent bird no bigger than half a man's hand.Needless to say, even in this diminutive form, it still radiated an overwhelmingly fierce heat. So intense that even Benjamin couldn't approach. After a brief moment, the radiant bird trembled slightly. Then, in a shimmering burst, it darted directly into Benjamin's core, vanishing from sight.Only then did Benjamin gather himself, his face reflecting a myriad of complicated emotions."If it's a blessing, there's no disaster; if it's a disaster, there's no avoiding it. I hope, after today, you bring me a bit of joy."Having spoken those words, Benjamin seated himself, slowly commencing his cultivation. This time, he sought to grasp the opportunity to break through to the realm of a grand master.Come the following dawn, Benjamin leisurely opened his room's door. A faint smi

"Move! We pursue him!" Benjamin's voice sliced through the rain.Amidst the torrential downpour, Benjamin's silhouette darted like a meteor, swiftly and deftly navigating the terrain. As a Grandmaster, he could easily repel the rain and mud, maintaining his momentum."Master, up ahead. I sense his aura. But there's something amiss. There are many of them, and their strength... it's formidable." Phoenix cautioned.Initially determined, Benjamin hesitated upon hearing Phoenix: "Alan, what have you discovered?""Master, it's a band of cultivators, all exuding potent energies, surpassing even your own."After a brief assessment, Phoenix's urgent voice echoed again in Benjamin's mind.By now, Benjamin, even if he were a simpleton, had discerned that the object of his pursuit this time was not merely a coincidence. Over half of it was a scheme; they were laying a trap, waiting for him to walk into it.Furthermore, Benjamin began to harbor suspicions. Was the entire list that Abner had delib

"Tsk, tsk, it seems the second elder has truly hidden his power deep!"Just as the momentum from the old man's body fully erupted, a figure slowly approached from a few hundred meters away, in a wooded area near them. Upon closer inspection, it was none other than Miranda, who had previously warned Benjamin about Stephen and the assassins lurking in the forest.However, unlike her previous demeanor, Miranda now revealed herself in full, radiating a heroic aura, like a drawn sword, ready to charge at the enemy. Clearly, this was her true appearance, not the harmless disguise she had worn upon first meeting Benjamin.Nevertheless, Miranda's appearance did not shock either Benjamin or the old man.Instead, the old man looked at her with a hint of anger, saying,"Miranda, you, as a disciple of Heavenly Opportunity Sect and the heir of Sky Heaven elder, dare to conspire and lay a trap to harm the young lord, even colluding with outsiders against the sect's elder. Do you realize your sin?"